High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla make for an unexpectedly elegant combination, and this infused water delivers both in the most effortless way. Store-bought flavored waters and drink mixes are notorious for sneaking in sweeteners you didn't ask for, but this pitcher relies on nothing but a fresh navel orange, a real vanilla bean, and cold filtered water — completely clean and naturally flavored. A gentle press of the orange slices coaxes out just enough juice to tint the water a soft golden hue without turning it bitter. The split vanilla bean does the rest, slowly perfuming the whole pitcher with that warm, floral depth you usually only get from baked goods. After a few hours in the fridge, what you have is something that looks and tastes far more special than the effort involved. It's the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a treat, whether you're serving it at a weekend brunch or just keeping a pitcher on hand throughout the week.
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Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 medium navel orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the orange slices in a large pitcher in a single overlapping layer.
- 2
Use the back of a spoon to gently press the orange slices against the side of the pitcher once or twice, just enough to release a little juice without squeezing them fully.
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